Plan Your Visit

Everything you need for an unforgettable Central Valley experience

Getting Here

By Air

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)

Direct flights from major cities. Car rentals available on-site.

By Car

Highway 99 & 41

3 hours from LA, 3.5 hours from SF, 4 hours from Las Vegas.

By Train

Amtrak

San Joaquin line connects to major California cities.

By Bus

Greyhound

Affordable bus service from throughout California.

Where to Stay

Luxury Hotels

  • Piccadilly Inn Shaw
  • Hampton Inn & Suites
  • Courtyard by Marriott
  • Holiday Inn Express

Price Range: $120-200/night

Mid-Range Options

  • Best Western Plus
  • La Quinta Inn
  • Comfort Suites
  • Quality Inn

Price Range: $80-120/night

Budget Friendly

  • Motel 6
  • Super 8
  • Days Inn
  • Travelodge

Price Range: $50-80/night

Suggested Itineraries

1-Day Itinerary: Highlights

  • Morning: Forestiere Underground Gardens tour
  • Lunch: Tower District restaurants
  • Afternoon: Fresno Chaffee Zoo
  • Evening: Dinner in downtown Fresno

3-Day Itinerary: Deep Dive

Day 1: Fresno attractions (Zoo, Underground Gardens, Art Museum)

Day 2: Yosemite National Park day trip

Day 3: Wine country tour and farmers markets

Family Weekend

Saturday: Zoo, Island Waterpark, family dinner

Sunday: Woodward Park, Shinzen Gardens, ice cream in Old Town Clovis

Getting Around

Car Rentals

Most convenient option. Available at airport and throughout the city. Major companies: Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, Avis.

Public Transit

FAX (Fresno Area Express) buses serve the city. $1.50 per ride. Limited service to some attractions.

Ride-Sharing

Uber and Lyft available throughout Fresno and Clovis. Convenient for downtown and Tower District.

Bike Rentals

Explore parks and trails by bike. Rentals available at select locations. Great for Woodward Park.

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